Selena
girl name#268 in 2025Selena entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #91 in 1995, ranks #268 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#268
rank today
#91
peak (1995)
1,170
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #717 |
| 1890s | #825 |
| 1900s | #878 |
| 1910s | #1083 |
| 1920s | #1183 |
| 1930s | #1300 |
| 1940s | #1278 |
| 1950s | #1108 |
| 1960s | #626 |
| 1970s | #437 |
| 1980s | #604 |
| 1990s | #344 |
| 2000s | #269 |
| 2010s | #297 |
| 2020s | #238 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Selena has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 57,000 people named Selena are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Selena alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Selena in 2025?
- Selena ranks #268 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,170 babies given the name.
- When was the name Selena most popular?
- Selena peaked in 1995, reaching #91 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Selena with classmates?
- Selena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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